Yoshihiro Hongasumi High Carbon Blue Steel #2 Edosaki Eel Filet knife

The Edosaki knife is a specialized tool designed specifically for filleting eel, a staple in Japanese cuisine. Its unique blade is crafted to filet from the back to the front, allowing for a clean, precise cut. This knife also features a short beveled handle that fits securely in the palm of the hand, ensuring a firm grip even in slippery conditions, making it a highly efficient tool for delicate tasks like eeling.

Forged from High Carbon Blue Steel #2 with a Rockwell hardness of 63-64, this Hongasumi Edosaki knife offers superior edge retention and the ability to take on a finer edge compared to the traditional Kasumi Edosaki made from White Steel #2. The combination of Blue Steel and iron creates beautiful mist patterns on the blade, a hallmark of the Hongasumi style. This meticulous forging and polishing process ensures that every Yoshihiro Hongasumi knife is not only an exceptional performer but also a visually stunning piece.

Handcrafted with extraordinary skill by master artisans, the Yoshihiro Hongasumi Edosaki knife is complemented with a traditional Japanese-style handcrafted Magnolia wood (Octagon-Shaped) handle, affixed with a Water Buffalo horn bolster for added durability and aesthetic appeal. The knife also includes a protective wooden Saya sheath, which safeguards the blade when not in use and adds to the overall elegance of the piece.

The Edosaki knife excels in delicately filleting eel, helping to bring out the rich, sumptuous flavors that make eel dishes so exquisite. Even the simplest tasks are elevated with a handcrafted knife that is as beautiful as it is functional, a true testament to the craftsmanship and performance that define Yoshihiro knives.